How many meters are in 1 foot?

1 ft equals 0.3048 m. This is an exact conversion factor defined by NIST.

How do I convert feet to meters?

Multiply the value in ft by the conversion factor. For example, 10 ft = 3.048 m. Use our calculator above for instant results.

Is the feet to meters conversion exact?

Yes, this conversion is mathematically exact based on the international definition of these units (NIST SP 811).

Can I convert feet to meters offline?

Yes! OmniConvert runs entirely in your browser — no internet connection needed after the page loads. Your data never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy.

What is the difference between feet and meters?

Feet (ft) and Meters (m) are both units of length but belong to different measurement systems. 1 ft = 0.3048 m. Use the converter above to switch between them instantly.

Feet to Meters (ft → m) — Free Online Converter

ft → m Reference Table

ft	m
0.001 ft	0.0003048 m
0.002 ft	0.0006096 m
0.003 ft	0.0009144 m
0.004 ft	0.0012192 m
0.005 ft	0.001524 m
0.006 ft	0.0018288 m
0.007 ft	0.0021336 m
0.008 ft	0.0024384 m
0.009 ft	0.0027432 m
0.01 ft	0.003048 m
0.02 ft	0.006096 m
0.03 ft	0.009144 m
0.04 ft	0.012192 m
0.05 ft	0.01524 m
0.06 ft	0.018288 m
0.07 ft	0.021336 m
0.08 ft	0.024384 m
0.09 ft	0.027432 m
0.1 ft	0.03048 m
0.2 ft	0.06096 m
0.3 ft	0.09144 m
0.4 ft	0.12192 m
0.5 ft	0.1524 m
0.6 ft	0.18288 m
0.7 ft	0.21336 m
0.8 ft	0.24384 m
0.9 ft	0.27432 m
1 ft	0.3048 m
1.5 ft	0.4572 m
2 ft	0.6096 m
2.5 ft	0.762 m
3 ft	0.9144 m
3.5 ft	1.0668 m
4 ft	1.2192 m
4.5 ft	1.3716 m
5 ft	1.524 m
5.5 ft	1.6764 m
6 ft	1.8288 m
6.5 ft	1.9812 m
7 ft	2.1336 m
7.5 ft	2.286 m
8 ft	2.4384 m
8.5 ft	2.5908 m
9 ft	2.7432 m
9.5 ft	2.8956 m
10 ft	3.048 m
11 ft	3.3528 m
12 ft	3.6576 m
13 ft	3.9624 m
14 ft	4.2672 m
15 ft	4.572 m
16 ft	4.8768 m
17 ft	5.1816 m
18 ft	5.4864 m
19 ft	5.7912 m
20 ft	6.096 m
25 ft	7.62 m
30 ft	9.144 m
35 ft	10.668 m
40 ft	12.192 m
45 ft	13.716 m
50 ft	15.24 m
55 ft	16.764 m
60 ft	18.288 m
65 ft	19.812 m
70 ft	21.336 m
75 ft	22.86 m
80 ft	24.384 m
85 ft	25.908 m
90 ft	27.432 m
95 ft	28.956 m
100 ft	30.48 m
120 ft	36.576 m
125 ft	38.1 m
130 ft	39.624 m
140 ft	42.672 m
150 ft	45.72 m
160 ft	48.768 m
175 ft	53.34 m
180 ft	54.864 m
200 ft	60.96 m
225 ft	68.58 m
250 ft	76.2 m
275 ft	83.82 m
300 ft	91.44 m
350 ft	106.68 m
400 ft	121.92 m
450 ft	137.16 m
500 ft	152.4 m
600 ft	182.88 m
700 ft	213.36 m
750 ft	228.6 m
800 ft	243.84 m
900 ft	274.32 m
1000 ft	304.8 m
1200 ft	365.76 m
1250 ft	381 m
1500 ft	457.2 m
1750 ft	533.4 m
2000 ft	609.6 m
2500 ft	762 m
3000 ft	914.4 m
4000 ft	1219.2 m
4500 ft	1371.6 m
5000 ft	1524 m
6000 ft	1828.8 m
7000 ft	2133.6 m
7500 ft	2286 m
8000 ft	2438.4 m
9000 ft	2743.2 m
10000 ft	3048 m
15000 ft	4572 m
20000 ft	6096 m
25000 ft	7620 m
50000 ft	15240 m
75000 ft	22860 m
100000 ft	30480 m

Values based on NIST SP 811 conversion factors

Why Convert Feet to Meters?

Converting between feet (ft) and meters (m) is one of the most common length conversions. Whether for engineering, cooking, travel, or science, knowing how to quickly convert ft to m saves time and prevents errors.

Length conversions between ft and m are fundamental in construction, manufacturing, and international trade. Architects rely on precise conversions when adapting building plans between metric and imperial standards — a 1% error on a 30-meter wall translates to 30 cm of misalignment. Travelers frequently convert between kilometers and miles for road trips, while online shoppers need length conversions to verify clothing sizes, furniture dimensions, and screen diagonals across international retailers. In athletics, track distances (100m, 1500m, marathon) must be precisely converted for record comparisons across different measurement traditions.

How to Convert Feet to Meters

To convert feet to meters, use the following formula:

m = ft × 0.3048

Example: 1 ft = 0.3048 m

For example, 5 ft = 1.524 m, 10 ft = 3.048 m, and 100 ft = 30.48 m. For larger values, 1000 ft = 304.8 m. Conversely, 1 m = 3.280839895 ft. Our calculator above performs this conversion instantly with full precision — no rounding errors.

Common Use Cases

Typical NBA player height (6 ft): 6 ft = 1.8288 m
Average female height in the US: 5.5 ft = 1.6764 m
Standard ceiling height in the US: 8 ft = 2.4384 m
Height of a standard office desk: 3 ft = 0.9144 m

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Confusing similar units: confusing nautical miles with regular miles, or yards with meters.
Decimal errors: moving the decimal point the wrong way (e.g., 100 cm = 1 m, not 10 m).
Approximation: assuming an inch is exactly 2.5 cm (it's 2.54 cm).

Pro Tips

Use 'approx' for mental math: 1 km is roughly 0.6 miles (or 2/3 for quick estimates).
Visualize: A meter is about a guitar length; an inch is a thumb width.
Ruler check: Most rulers show cm and inches together—great for quick checks.

What is a Foot?

The foot (ft) is a unit of length in the Imperial and US customary systems. It is historically based on the human foot size. Since the International Yard and Pound Agreement of 1959, one foot has been exactly defined as 0.3048 meters.

Feet are primarily used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. Common applications include measuring height, building dimensions, real estate, and aviation altitude.

What is a Meter?

The meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Originally defined in 1793 as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole, its definition has evolved with precision. Since 1983, it is defined as the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.

Meters are the global standard for measuring length in science, engineering, construction, and daily life. It is the primary unit of length in almost every country worldwide, with the notable exceptions of the United States, Liberia, and Myanmar.

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